Teacher of DT / Creative Arts

Tor School, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9NS

4 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
2 June 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 May 2023

Job details

Job role: View all Teacherjobs
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Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject: View all Art and designjobs
Working pattern: View all Full timejobs - 32.4 hours per week Monday - Friday
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: MPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a strong practitioner who is confident and skilled in working with learners who have SEMH needs
Honours degree or equivalent
Qualified Teacher Status preferable, but not essential
Experience of working with vulnerable pupils in a mainstream school, preferred
Qualification in art / DT
Good understanding of the KS3 and KS4 curriculum for Art and Design Technology
Good knowledge of DT machinery
Good knowledge of health and safety, COSHH and risk assessments
Good understanding of working with pupils with SEN / medical or behaviour needs
Ability to assess to inform learning
Be aspirational
Be well organised and planned
Have emotional resilience to remain calm under pressure
Be empathetic
Be a team player

What the school offers its staff

Tor is a special place to work. Joining Tor is like a family; we look out for each other, we are supportive of each other and you always feel part of a team that is there for you. It can be challenging but the feeling of being part of a body of people who will help you is quite special. We believe in people and their capacity; we look for the good. All people at Tor School are valued and invested in as part of our commitment to helping us all to better reach our potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

Tor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks, including social media screening.